Boat Tours in Cartagena at a glance
- Our pick: Cartagena Island Hopping: Snorkel, Lunch & Beach Clubs, US$ 70 per person (7h, 4.75★ · 6,614).
- Top rated: Cartagena Party Boat: Rosario Islands, Barú & Cholón with Lunch, US$ 67 per person (7h 30m, 4.88★ · 234).
- Best value: Cartagena Sunset Pirate Ship Cruise: Cannon Show & Drinks, US$ 55 per person (2h, 4.70★ · 332).
Price per person across the 34 options priced per person: US$ 28–US$ 398 (median US$ 100). With 100+ reviews: 18 of 47.
Of the 47 options: 37 with live guides in English, 45 with free cancellation, 44 with instant confirmation, 10 with hotel pickup, 25 kid-friendly, 15 private and 25 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Boat Tours in Cartagena
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47 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Cartagena Island Hopping: Snorkel, Lunch & Beach Clubs Cartagena island hopping with lunch, snorkeling on the Eco and VIP tours, and boat views of Bocachica Fort and Escobar's mansion. Pick Eco, VIP or Party. Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 · From age 12 ★ 4.75 (6,614 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Rosario Islands: 5-Stop Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling Feel the Caribbean breeze on a Rosario Islands boat tour from Cartagena, with stops for snorkeling, local lunch and island time. Guide and boat rides included. Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 · From age 10 ★ 4.77 (1,684 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 75 per person
Cartagena: Rosario Islands Party Boat Tour & Cholon Lunch Feel the buzz of Cartagena’s Rosario Islands on a 5-stop party boat tour: see Bocachica fort, Pablo Escobar’s mansion, island hop, and enjoy lunch included. Every day · 08:30 · From age 18 ★ 4.83 (1,013 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 70 per person
Cartagena Boat Tour: Rosario Islands Snorkel & Lunch Boat tour from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands on a sports boat, with snorkeling, a mangrove tunnel and island lunch included. Every day except Saturday · 08:30 · From age 6 ★ 4.85 (953 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 107 per person
Snorkeling in Cartagena: 3 private islands with meals and drinks Six hours snorkeling the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with mask and fins provided, meals on two islands, and an open bar on the boat. Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 · From age 3 ★ 4.83 (562 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Cartagena Party Boat: Rosario Islands, Barú & Cholón with Lunch Speedboat tour from Cartagena to 5 Caribbean stops: Rosario Islands, Barú, Cholón party island. Includes lunch, drinks, music, certified captain & VIP beach service. Every day · 08:00 · Ages 18–50 ★ 4.88 (234 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 67 per person
Rosario Islands snorkeling tour: Catamaran and lunch Sail from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands on a catamaran, snorkel the Luis Guerra reef at Isla Grande, then anchor at Punta Gigante for lunch, all fees. Every day · 08:30 · All ages ★ 4.37 (608 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Cartagena Sunset Cruise: Open Bar & Skyline Views Tour Feel the breeze on Cartagena Bay with a 90-minute sunset cruise, open bar, and skyline views. Includes unlimited drinks, assigned seating, and wheelchair access. Wed–Sun · 17:00 · All ages ★ 4.71 (277 reviews) Duration: 1h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 60 per person
Snorkeling in Cartagena: 5 Islands & Rosario Park Snorkel five Rosario Islands stops from Cartagena by speedboat: Bocachica's colonial forts, Big Island's 45-minute reef dive. Every day · 07:30 ★ 4.48 (259 reviews) Duration: 8h–12h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 69 per person
Cartagena Sunset Pirate Ship Cruise: Cannon Show & Drinks Two-hour sunset cruise aboard a pirate ship in Cartagena with unlimited cocktails, a cannon show, and a treasure hunt for kids. Every day · 17:00 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.70 (332 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 55 per person
Party boats to Cholon Island from Cartagena: All-day island party Spend a full day partying on boats and the beach at Cholon Island from Cartagena, with lunch, welcome drinks and music included: swim at the Rosario Islands on the way out. Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 · Ages 18–70 ★ 4.84 (200 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Cartagena bay dinner cruise: 4-course meal on Sibarita Master Cruise Cartagena Bay for 2 hours aboard the Sibarita Master with a 4-course international dinner and half bottle of wine per person. Wed–Sun · 19:00 · All ages ★ 4.55 (312 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Cartagena Sunset Cruise: 2-Hour Bay Tour with a Drink Two-hour sunset cruise from La Bodeguita dock in Cartagena. Includes a beer, wine or soft drink, an appetizer, and views of the Walled City and Clock Tower. Every day · 17:00 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.54 (641 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 40 per person
Cartagena: Rosario Islands Snorkeling & 5-Island Day Trip Five-island boat tour from Cartagena with snorkeling at Isla Grande, seafood tasting, and lunch included. Returns 3pm or 8pm with night plankton option. Every day · 08:00 · Up to age 70 ★ 4.36 (340 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Rosario Islands: 3 Island Tour with Lunch & Cocktails Sail from Cartagena to Rosario Islands for a day at Pao Pao, Islabela, and Bora Bora. Includes cocktails, lunch, exclusive spaces, and bilingual guide. Every day · 08:00 · Ages 18–70 ★ 4.56 (142 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 166 per person
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Cartagena: Tierra Bomba Island, Fort San Fernando & Beach Lunch Half-day trip to Tierra Bomba Island with Fort San Fernando walking tour, typical island lunch, and boat transport from Cartagena. Small groups, native guide included. Every day · 08:30 · From age 4 ★ 4.82 (220 reviews) Duration: 6h–7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 60 per person
Dinner Cruise Cartagena Bay: 3-Course Meal at Sunset Dinner cruise on Cartagena Bay at sunset with 3-course meal and wine included. Depart 7pm from La Bodeguita Pier, return by 9pm. Small groups. Wed–Sun · 19:00 · All ages ★ 4.50 (156 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 80 per person
Private boat snorkeling: Rosario Islands from Cartagena Private boat tour from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands, Cholon and Baru with snorkel gear, certified driver and pickup from a private marina. Every day · 09:00 ★ 4.70 (116 reviews) Duration: 8h–9h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 949 per group
Snorkeling in Cartagena: 5 Islands with Lunch Snorkel the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with five island stops, a bilingual guide, and lunch included: see coral reefs and a sunken plane in the shallows. Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · Up to age 60 ★ 4.49 (99 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 115 per person
Rosario Islands: Private Boat Day Trip with Snorkeling & Pablo Escobar Mansion Wake up to the Caribbean breeze on a private Rosario Islands boat tour from Cartagena, with snorkeling, local lunch, and stops at the Pablo Escobar mansion. Includes captain & gear. Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00 ★ 4.97 (91 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,634 per group
Private boat to Rosario Islands from Cartagena: Up to 15 people Private boat tour of Rosario Islands from Cartagena for groups up to 15, departing 9am for eight hours with snorkeling gear, ice and water included. Every day · Every 30 min, 07:30 to 11:30 ★ 4.94 (89 reviews) Duration: 8h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 972 per group
Pirate ship day trip Cartagena: Rope swing, fort & lunch Sail from Cartagena aboard a pirate ship for seven hours with open-sea rope swing, Fort San Fernando tour, and fried fish lunch included, plus unlimited cocktails on board. Every day · No fixed time · All ages ★ 4.78 (69 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Cartagena: 5 Islands Snorkeling Tour & Lunch with Bilingual Guide Full-day 5 Islands tour from Cartagena with snorkeling, lunch at Playa Tranquila, Rosario Islands and Barú stops. Bilingual guide, hotel pickup. Departs 8am, returns 5pm. Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · From age 3 ★ 4.14 (63 reviews) Duration: 8h–11h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 100 per person
Isla del Encanto day trip from Cartagena: Beach, pool & lunch Full-day island tour from Cartagena to Isla del Encanto in the Rosario Islands with speedboat transport, buffet lunch and beach access. Every day · 08:00 · Pickup available · Up to age 80 ★ 4.17 (54 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 158 per person
Compare 23 more options for Boat Tours in Cartagena
From US$ 28 per person · 2 h to 1 day
Rosario Islands Boat Charter from Cartagena: Family Day Trip Private boat charter from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with snorkeling, lunch and bilingual guide: a full day designed for families, not party crowds. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.83 (41 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,089 per group
Private Boat Tour of the Rosario Islands: Swim & Snorkel Private boat tour of the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with swimming and snorkeling stops. Your bilingual crew customizes the itinerary to match your interests and pace. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.85 (27 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 935 per group
Private Boat Tour Rosario Islands & Barú Cartagena Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (24 reviews) Duration: 2h–6h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,680 per group
Cartagena: Rosario Islands Party Boat & Snorkeling Day Trip Full day on the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with speedboat transfer, snorkeling gear, lunch, and 2 beers included. Small group, bilingual guide, park fees covered. Every day · 08:00 · From age 5 ★ 4.41 (39 reviews) Duration: 5h–6h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 99 per person
Cartagena: Private Boat to Rosario Islands & Baru with Snorkeling Boat rental from Cartagena to Rosario Islands and Baru Island with snorkel gear, certified driver, and cooler included. Customizable itinerary. Every day · 09:00 ★ 4.91 (22 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 999 per group
Snorkeling Corales del Rosario from Cartagena: Speedboat & lunch Snorkel Corales del Rosario National Natural Park from Cartagena by speedboat with a bilingual guide, enjoying lunch, drinks and beach time on this full-day adventure. Every day · No fixed time · Pickup available · Up to age 80 ★ 5.00 (21 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Islas del Rosario day trip: Beach club speedboat tour Day trip from Cartagena to Islas del Rosario with speedboat transport and beach club access. Snorkel, swim, and enjoy lunch with a welcome cocktail. Every day · 07:30 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.80 (25 reviews) Duration: 8h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 130 per person
Day in the Rosario Islands with Lunch from Cartagena Eight hours on the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with round-trip boat transport, welcome cocktail and lunch included. Every day · 07:30 · Pickup available · All ages ★ 5.00 (22 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Rosario Islands boat tour from Cartagena: Choose your stops Seven to eight hours on a private 29–30 ft boat touring the Rosario Islands, Cholon and Baru beaches from Cartagena. Every day · No fixed time · Season until 10 Dec ★ 3.91 (11 reviews) Duration: 7h–8h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 735 per group
Rosario Islands Day Pass from Cartagena: Private Island Access Day pass to a private island in the Rosario Islands from Cartagena with lunch, welcome cocktail, beach access and optional Oceanarium visit included. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.63 (16 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 129 per person
Rosario Islands day trip from Cartagena: Open bar included Six to seven hours on Isla Grande in the Rosario Islands with lunch, drinks and resort access included. The boat leaves Cartagena at 7:30 AM and returns by late afternoon. Every day · 07:30 · From age 12 ★ 4.67 (15 reviews) Duration: 6h–7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 350 per person
Cholón Island boat tour with DJ: Dance, swim, eat Full-day boat tour to Cholón Island from Cartagena with live DJ on weekends, meal included and music all day: dance on the water, swim between islands. Sat and Sun · 08:00 · Pickup available · From age 8 ★ 4.18 (11 reviews) Duration: 8h 30m Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 135 per person
Rosario Islands tour from Cartagena: Fort, snorkel, beach club Sail past the Fort of San Fernando to the Rosario Islands for snorkeling coral reefs, then relax at a beachfront club with Balinese beds and oceanfront. Every day · 08:00 · From age 3 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 76 per person
Private 70ft Yacht Day Tour Cartagena: Rosario Islands Cruise the Rosario Islands and Cartagena Bay aboard the Sea Land, a 70-foot Azimut yacht with a fully crewed captain and deckhand, premium sound system. Every day · No fixed time ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 8h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,071 per group
Helicopter and Sunset Cruise Cartagena: 3-hour Caribbean flyover Helicopter flyover over Cartagena's Walled City and San Felipe Castle, then boat tour of the bay with welcome cocktail, lunch and Caribbean dance show. Tue–Sun · 10:00 ★ 3.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 3h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 167 per person
Sunset by Catamaran in Cartagena Bay: 360° views Sail Cartagena Bay at sunset aboard a modern catamaran with a drink included and 360° views of the walled city lit up at night. Two hours on the water, no planning needed. Every day · 16:30 · Up to age 80 ★ 5.00 (4 reviews) Duration: 2h ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 63 per person
Cartagena: 40-Foot Catamaran Overnight in Rosario Islands Sleep aboard a 40-foot catamaran in the Rosario Islands with private transport from Cartagena. Includes meals and sunrise over the Caribbean Sea. Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup Duration: 20h–1d Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,974 per group
Snorkeling in Cartagena: 5 Rosario Islands with plankton Spend 12 hours island-hopping from Cartagena through the Rosario Islands, snorkeling at a sunken plane and coral reefs. Every day · 07:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 3.31 (59 reviews) Duration: 12h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 120 per person
Cartagena: Sunset Boat Party & Nightclub Entry with Open Bar Sunset boat party in Cartagena Bay with live music, open bar, and included nightclub entry. Two hours on the water plus evening club access. Small groups, local host. Every day · 17:00, 19:00 and 21:00 · Up to age 70 ★ 3.42 (38 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 28 per person
Rosario Islands Private Boat Tour: Caribbean beaches, no crowds Private boat tour of Rosario Islands with guide, insurance and beach time on Playa Grande, Cholón and Playa Blanca: less than an hour from port. Every day · 08:00 · From age 3 ★ 3.90 (20 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 398 per person
Snorkeling in Rosario Islands from Cartagena: Five stops in a day Snorkel five locations in the Rosario Islands on a private boat tour from Cartagena with gear included. Live guide in English or Spanish. Every day · No fixed time ★ 4.95 (41 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · ES from US$ 1,280 per group
Private Boat to Rosario Islands, Cartagena: 14-person charter Private boat charter for 14 people from Cartagena to the Rosario Islands with beers, water and towels included, sail the bay. Every day · 09:00 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 972 per group
Cartagena: 43ft Catamaran Rosario Islands & Barú Private 43-foot catamaran rental to Rosario Islands and Barú from Cartagena. Includes bilingual assistant, water, and air-conditioned transport. Customize your day. Every day · No fixed time · Hotel pickup Duration: 7h–8h Live guide: EN · ES from US$ 2,225 per group
The top 12 of 47 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cartagena Island Hopping: Snorkel, Lunch & Beach ClubsOur pick | US$ 70 per person | 7h | 4.75★ · 6,614 | Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena Party Boat: Rosario Islands, Barú & Cholón with LunchTop rated | US$ 67 per person | 7h 30m | 4.88★ · 234 | Every day · 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena Sunset Pirate Ship Cruise: Cannon Show & DrinksBest value | US$ 55 per person | 2h | 4.70★ · 332 | Every day · 17:00 | — |
| Rosario Islands: 5-Stop Boat Tour with Lunch & Snorkeling | US$ 75 per person | 7h | 4.77★ · 1,684 | Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena: Rosario Islands Party Boat Tour & Cholon Lunch | US$ 70 per person | 7h | 4.83★ · 1,013 | Every day · 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena Boat Tour: Rosario Islands Snorkel & Lunch | US$ 107 per person | 8h | 4.85★ · 953 | Every day except Saturday · 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Snorkeling in Cartagena: 3 private islands with meals and drinks | US$ 110 per person | 6h | 4.83★ · 562 | Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Rosario Islands snorkeling tour: Catamaran and lunch | US$ 120 per person | 7h 30m | 4.37★ · 608 | Every day · 08:30 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena Sunset Cruise: Open Bar & Skyline Views Tour | US$ 60 per person | 1h 30m | 4.71★ · 277 | Wed–Sun · 17:00 | English, Spanish |
| Snorkeling in Cartagena: 5 Islands & Rosario Park | US$ 69 per person | 8h–12h | 4.48★ · 259 | Every day · 07:30 | English, Spanish |
| Party boats to Cholon Island from Cartagena: All-day island party | US$ 110 per person | 6h | 4.84★ · 200 | Every day · 07:45 and 08:00 | English, Spanish |
| Cartagena bay dinner cruise: 4-course meal on Sibarita Master | US$ 100 per person | 2h | 4.55★ · 312 | Wed–Sun · 19:00 | English, Spanish |
By what you need
- Private (15): Rosario Islands: Private Boat Day Trip with Snorkeling & Pablo Escobar Mansion (US$ 1,634 per group) · Private boat snorkeling: Rosario Islands from Cartagena (US$ 949 per group) · Rosario Islands Boat Charter from Cartagena: Family Day Trip (US$ 1,089 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (2): Day in the Rosario Islands with Lunch from Cartagena (US$ 120 per person) · Rosario Islands Day Pass from Cartagena: Private Island Access (US$ 129 per person)
- With pickup (10): Snorkeling in Cartagena: 5 Islands with Lunch (US$ 115 per person) · Cartagena: 5 Islands Snorkeling Tour & Lunch with Bilingual Guide (US$ 100 per person) · Isla del Encanto day trip from Cartagena: Beach, pool & lunch (US$ 158 per person)
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